Push Kick – Martial Arts Technique

This page provides details on the martial arts push kick. This kick is also known as the front thrust kick in martial arts such as Hapkido. For information on other martial arts kicks (i.e. spinning hook kick), please visit Black Belt Wiki’s main section on Martial Arts Kicks.

A push kick is used to create space or to push an attacker off-balance if the opponent is too close. It is also used as a defensive kick because a martial artist can use the push kick to block an opponent’s forward momentum.

Martial arts kicks and all other martial arts techniques should only be practiced under the supervision of a trained martial arts instructor in order to prevent injuries and to ensure the proper technique is utilized. In addition, all martial arts techniques and training should be used safely and responsibly.

Taekwondo Video on the Martial Arts Push Kick